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George Bentinck

1803 – 1886

British politician

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About George Bentinck

Lived 1803 – 1886 (aged 82). George Bentinck was a British politician.

George William Pierrepont Bentinck (17 July 1803 – 20 February 1886) was a British Conservative politician.

Background Bentinck was the son of Vice-Admiral William Bentinck, son of Captain John Bentinck, son of Willem Bentinck van Rhoon, younger son of William Bentinck, 1st Earl of Portland. His mother was Lady Frances Augusta Eliza, daughter of Charles Pierrepont, 1st Earl Manvers.

Political career After unsuccessfully contesting a by-election in 1843 for the borough of Kendal, Bentinck was elected to the House of Commons at his next attempt, when he was returned unopposed at the 1852 general election as one of the two Members of Parliament (MPs) for the Western division of Norfolk. He held that seat until he stood down at the 1865 general election, but returned to Parliament at an unopposed by-election in 1871. He resigned from the Commons in 1884.

He also served as a deputy lieutenant and justice of the peace for Norfolk.

Personal life Bentinck died unmarried in February 1886, aged 82.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Positions held
Member of the 22nd Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 21st Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 20th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 18th Parliament of the United Kingdom
Also known as
George William Pierrepont Bentinck

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Frequently asked questions

Who was George Bentinck?

British politician (1803-1886)

When was George Bentinck born?

George Bentinck was born on 17 July 1803.

When did George Bentinck die?

George Bentinck died on 20 February 1886.

What was George Bentinck's occupation?

George Bentinck was a politician.

What nationality was George Bentinck?

George Bentinck was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George Bentinck

· Wikidata: Q5536913

· DBpedia: George Bentinck (Norfolk MP)

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